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Afghanistan vs Vietnam

Crypto regulation comparison

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Afghanistan

Afghanistan

Vietnam

Vietnam

Banned
Legal

Afghanistan effectively banned cryptocurrency in August 2022 under Taliban rule, declaring crypto 'haram' (forbidden). Authorities shut down 16 crypto exchanges in Herat and arrested traders. In 2024, enforcement intensified with provincial bans and public denouncements. Underground P2P trading persists despite the crackdown.

Vietnam passed the Law on Digital Technology Industry in June 2025 (effective January 2026), officially recognizing crypto as legal virtual assets. However, the SBV still bans crypto as a payment method. The law requires AML/cybersecurity compliance for all crypto activities. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top globally in crypto adoption. Ministry of Finance to issue detailed guidance before 2026.

Tax Type None
Tax Type Income
Tax Rate N/A
Tax Rate Up to 25% (corporate); individual unclear
Exchanges No No
Exchanges No No
Mining No No
Mining Yes Yes
Regulator Da Afghanistan Bank (Taliban administration)
Regulator SBV (State Bank of Vietnam), MOF (Ministry of Finance), MIC (Ministry of Information)
Stablecoin Rules Not applicable — crypto banned
Stablecoin Rules Crypto recognized as virtual assets under Law on Digital Technology Industry; payment use still banned
Key Points
  • Taliban banned crypto in August 2022, declaring it haram (forbidden)
  • 16 crypto exchanges shut down in Herat; traders arrested
  • 2024 provincial bans with public loudspeaker campaigns against crypto
  • Crypto was used during the 2021 transition period for fund transfers
  • Underground P2P trading persists for remittances despite ban
Key Points
  • Law on Digital Technology Industry (June 2025) recognizes crypto as legal virtual assets
  • SBV still bans crypto as payment method; not recognized as legal tender
  • Vietnam ranks #1 globally in crypto adoption (Chainalysis 2023 index)
  • AML and cybersecurity compliance required for all crypto trading activities
  • Ministry of Finance to issue detailed crypto regulatory guidance before January 2026
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